Stanford historic village celebrating 150 years of existence in 2007, is filled with weekend getaway ideas. An ideal spot for international visitors looking for something special to do away from the hub-bub of Cape Town.
Weekend getaways in Stanford (20 minutes from Hermanus and 100 minutes from Cape Town) can be relaxing or filled with adventure.
Stanford is a beautiful 90 minute drive from Cape Town International airport. You will experience something completely different here - real South African rural living - complete with all the culinary indulgences, warm hospitality, abundant nature and tranquility you can imagine.
Stanford is perfectly positioned between Hermanus and Gansbaai for easy access to a myriad of possible day trips or adventures.
Go whale watching by boat, by plane or from the famous Hermanus cliff paths. Explore the Kleinriviersberg on horseback or gallop along the beach (all riding abilities are catered for).
Adrenalin junkies can view Great White Sharks from inside a diving cage in Gansbaai – or just from the boat if you’re feint-hearted. Enjoy fishing of all varieties – there is fly fishing just outside the village as well as deep sea fishing and some excellent shore fishing spots in the nearby villages of Hermanus and Gansbaai.
Kayaking or canoeing up the Kleinriver to the lagoon is a must and there are a host of fynbos-filled nature reserves with a variety of hiking trails if you’d prefer to spend the weekend on terra firma.
The Romantic Weekend
Somehow a taste of days gone by brings out the romantic in most of us and you’ll find your weekend here peppered with many glimpses of yesteryear. From the historical buildings (several of which are very quaint churches), to a collection of shops brimming with antiques and old-fashioned bric-a-brac, and townsfolk who have all the time in the world – the setting is perfect.
With a rose farm and three wine farms nearby as well as an abundance of breathtaking vistas, Stanford has all the accessories you need for your romantic weekend getaway. Starry night skies, crackling fires, delectable dinners, hearty breakfasts, long walks, comfortable beds, plenty of picnic spots in a town where time seems to stand still.
Yes you can be indulgent in Stanford! This is the home of award winning cheeses, wines and restaurants.
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No smoking in the house
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Directions from Cape Town
From Cape Town take the N2 to R43 turn off to Hermanus.
Through Hermanus on R43 towards Gansbaai.
Stanford is 12-15 minutes after your leave the built-up area of Voelklip/Hermanus.
Turn right into the village of Stanford.
Caltex on Right. Peregrine Farmstall on left.
Next X-street is Bezuidenhout St.
Bezuidenhout House is signed to turn left, third house on the right.
Directions from the Garden Route
Take R326 signed Gansbaai & Hermanus
Cross the R316 from Caledon to Bredasdorp.
The R326 ends at Stanford. Go straight over at the crossroads into the village of Stanford.
Caltex on Right. Peregrine Farmstall on left.
Next X-street is Bezuidenhout St.
Bezuidenhout House is signed to turn left, third house on the right.
